Teaching Reading and Phonics to Children with Language and Communication Delay

A jargon-free book full of practical ideas for teaching the first stages of reading and phonics to children who have speech and language delay. It is also a reminder of alternative methods of teaching reading, including a visual approach to phonics, which may be more suitable for those children with language delay and complex needs.

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Teaching Reading and Phonics to Children with Language and Communication Delay is an accessible and jargon-free book full of practical ideas for teaching the first stages of reading and phonics to children who have speech and language delay. Written by a bestselling author, this invaluable toolkit covers approaches to the teaching of reading for a variety of needs so that no child is left behind.

Features include:

• a wide range of practical activities

• useful checklists at the end of each chapter for assessing progress and further planning

• links to example photo books to demonstrate how reading can be personalised and interactive

• tips for teaching reading and motivating children in their learning

• template material which can be photocopied and downloaded as eResources

Packed with helpful illustrations and examples that can be used in lessons, this book offers a variety of methods of teaching reading, including an emphasis on visual strategies which are well suited to children with language delay and complex communication needs. Clear explanations and step-by-step instructions mean the book can be used by parents as well as non-specialist teachers and teaching assistants, and the book will be ideal reading for any educators working with young children to improve their literacy.